2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 866 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2012 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |
